Senior Enterprise Network Architect — Cloud & Security

AON PLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary come with performance-based inc

Job summary

Wealthspire is seeking a Network Architect to design, build, and operate a secure, scalable enterprise network. The role supports a cloud-first strategy, hybrid workforce, and growth initiatives, including carve-outs and M&A integrations.

You will lead connectivity standards, network security, and collaboration with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, and End User Computing teams to deliver reliable services across the firm. Hybrid work with opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in enterprise networking or infrastructure.
• Proven experience as a Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer in a complex environment.
• Hands-on expertise with SD-WAN, firewalls, VPNs, routing/switching, and Azure networking.
• Experience supporting hybrid, multi-site enterprise environments.
• Carve-outs, integrations, or M&A experience is a plus.
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent.
• Certifications from Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Azure networking are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain enterprise network architecture across offices, data centers, and cloud.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, and End User Computing teams.
• Coordinate monitoring, performance tuning, high availability, and incident response.
• Lead network carve-outs, separations, and M&A integrations with repeatable playbooks.
• Manage network vendors, ISPs, and MSPs; optimize SLAs and costs.

Skills

Enterprise networking

SD-WAN

Firewalls

VPNs

Azure networking

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering

Certifications in networking (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Azure)

Tools

Cisco devices

Palo Alto devices

Job description

Wealthspire is seeking a Network Architect to design, build, and operate a secure, scalable enterprise network. The role supports a cloud-first strategy, hybrid workforce, and growth initiatives, including carve-outs and M&A integrations.

You will lead connectivity standards, network security, and collaboration with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, and End User Computing teams to deliver reliable services across the firm. Hybrid work with opportunity for career growth.